This policy for Sonoma State University (University) was developed in accordance
with regulations set forth in Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations,
the Education Code, the California Vehicle Code, the University parking policy
and rules listed in the Parking & Traffic Information brochure.

The purpose of this policy is to regulate, provide guidance and address growing
concerns of the use of bicycles, skateboards, roller skates, in-line skates,
heelies, scooters, small vehicles, and to establish regulations/procedures
on dealing with the safe application and use thereof while on-campus.

Definitions and clarification: For the purpose of this policy, the terms of various alternative vehicles are
defined as follows:

roller skates are shoes or boots that have small wheels affixed
by brackets, which also include in-line skates and heelies. Heelies
is a term used to refer to shoes that consist of a single wheel that protrudes
from its heel, sole or both.

A bicycle (including unicycle and tricycle) is a device upon
which any person may ride, propelled exclusively by human power through a
belt, chain, or gears, and having one or more wheels.

A scooter is any two-wheeled device that has handlebars and
is designed to be operated in a standing or sitting position, and is powered
by either human propulsion or a motor.

A skateboard is a small board with wheels like those of roller
skates, for riding on while standing.

Small vehicles are vehicles, which are powered by a battery
or small combustible engine and used primarily by campus service and maintenance
personnel.

Policy:

Bicycles, Skateboards, Roller Skates and Scooters

Bicycles, skateboards, roller skates and scooters shall be used on campus
only as an alternative mode of transportation and in a manner that is consistent
with public safety. Riding through breezeways, under eaves, on paths or sidewalks
intended exclusively for pedestrians, exceeding 5 miles per hour in other
areas designed for pedestrians, or at speeds exceeding the campus speed limit
for other vehicles is strictly prohibited.

Pedestrians have the right-of-way on campus sidewalks and paths at all
times.

The use of bicycles, skateboards, roller skates and scooters is not permitted
in campus buildings.

The on-campus operation of bicycles, skateboards, roller skates and scooters
shall be in compliance with University regulations (above) and California
laws.

Performing tricks or stunts with the use of bicycles, skateboards, roller
skates and scooters is strictly prohibited, except during University sanctioned
events designed for such exhibition.

Bicycles shall be secured only to approved bicycle racks. Bicycles secured
to objects or structures other than approved bicycle racks are subject to
impound.

Small Vehicle Use Small vehicles as referenced in this policy pertain to electric carts, small
service vehicles, and other small, non-traditional motor-driven vehicles designed
to transport people, equipment or materials throughout the campus.

Small vehicles are not permitted on sidewalks or pathways that are too
narrow to accommodate both vehicles and pedestrians, on paths that are too
close to buildings, or in areas where such operation would compromise public
safety.

Pedestrians have the right-of-way on campus sidewalks and paths at all
times. Small vehicles shall yield to pedestrians.

The maximum speed on campus sidewalks for small vehicles is 5 miles per
hour.

Landscape and turf areas are off limits to all vehicles except for approved
landscape maintenance equipment.

Small vehicles shall not be parked on sidewalks so as to block or restrict
pedestrian travel. Small vehicles are permitted to park in designated service
vehicle or regular vehicle parking spaces.

Only authorized personnel shall operate state-owned vehicles and only
for official University business.

Passengers in small vehicles shall be seated. Vehicle operators shall
not permit passengers to ride in an unsafe manner (e.g., standing in the cargo
area, in tow, or riding in an attached trailer).

Vehicle operators must immediately report to their department supervisor
and Police and Parking Services any vehicular accident or incident that results
in injury to persons or damage to property.

Keys shall be removed from vehicles when unattended.

Vehicles shall not be operated if the service (foot) brake, parking brakes,
or other critical components are inoperable or defective.

Ladders, pipes, or freight on vehicles shall be flagged or otherwise
marked at ends that extend beyond the vehicle body.

Department supervisors are responsible for identifying small vehicle
operators, ensuring that the operators are familiar with this policy, and
for providing small vehicle operators with specific instructions and training
in the use of small vehicles on campus, including maintenance and safety procedures.

Enforcement

Police and Parking Services shall be responsible for the enforcement of
this policy.

In the interest of public safety, and after consulting with the President
or his designee, the Chief of Police may ban alternative vehicle use from
a specific area of campus that is deemed unsafe to accommodate such vehicles
and pedestrians.